MD-100: Windows 10 Course Outline

(5 days)Overview
In this course, students will learn how to support the installation tasks associated with Windows 10. Students will develop skills that include learning how to install and customize Windows 10 operating systems. Students will also learn about the new Windows servicing model and methods for keeping Windows up to date. The course will conclude with common post-installation tasks.

Students will also develop skills that include managing storage, files, drivers, and printers as well as how to configure network connectivity for Windows 10. This course will also cover managing and deploying applications.

Additionally, students will learn how to secure the Windows 10 OS and protect the data on the device. Students will be introduced to common methods used for authentication and access control. This course will teach how to configure file and folder permissions and creating security policies. Students will also be introduced to the different types of external threats and how to leverage features like encryption and firewalls, as well as tools like Windows Defender.

Finally, this course will deep-dive into the architecture and tools used for managing, monitoring, and troubleshooting the OS, Apps, and hardware. Students will learn about proactive and troubleshooting methodology, and how to identify and mitigate common issues.

*** NOTE: This class also available in On-Demand, eLearning Format ***
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Audience profile
Candidates for this exam are IT professionals who perform installation, configuration, general local management and maintenance of Windows 10 core services. Candidates may also be familiar with enterprise scenarios and cloud-integrated services.

Special Note to New Hampshire Residents
This course has not yet been approved by the State's Department of Education. Please contact us to get an update as to when the class should be available in New Hampshire

Prerequisites
Learners should start this course already having the following skills:
Basic understanding of computer networks and hardware concepts.
Basic understanding of OS and Application concepts.
Experience with using the Windows OS.

Module 1: Installing Windows
This module covers installing the Windows 10 OS. Students will learn the different editions of Windows 10, requirements, and new features introduced. This module covers how to install the OS, as well as methods for migrations and upgrading. Students will also learn about common tools used in the deployment proces
Lessons
Introducing Windows 10
Installation Options
Requirements for Windows Features
Installation Process and Media
Upgrading to Windows 10
Lab : Installing Windows 10
Upgrading Windows 7 to Windows 10
Migrating User Settings

Module 2: Updating Windows
In this module, Students will learn about keeping Windows 10 up-to-date. Students will be introduced to the new Windows servicing model and how it applies to various scenarios. Students will learn the various different methods for updating Windows and applications, as well as managing updates using tools like group policy and Windows Update for Business.
Lessons
Windows Servicing Model
Updating Windows
Applying Applications and Windows Updates
Lab : Updating Windows 10
Configuring Updates for a Single Device
Configuring Updates with GPOs

Module 3: Post-installation Configuration and Personalization
This module covers common post-installation tasks in Windows 10. Students will learn how to customize the user interface, as well as using the control panel and settings app to configure common OS settings. This course will also introduce students to Windows PowerShell.
Lessons
Customize the Windows 10 UI.
Configure device specific settings such as power plans and mobile device options.
Use the Windows control panel and setting app to configure settings.
Describe using Windows PowerShell.
Lab : Configuring Windows 10
Using the Settings App
Using Control Panel Using Control Panel
Using Windows PowerShell

MD-100T02: Configuring Windows 10

Module 1: Configuring Peripherals and Drivers
This module will cover device configuration. Students will learn how device drivers work and how to install them. Students will also be introduced to managing and configuring hardware peripherals such as printers.
Lessons
Managing Devices and Drivers
Managing Printers

Module 2: Configuring Networking
In this module, Students will learn about networking concepts. This module will introduce to IPv4 and IPv6, and concepts like DNS. Students will learn how to configure network settings in Windows, as well as learn about wireless network technologies. The module will conclude with methods of managing Windows remotely.
Lessons
Configure IP Network Connectivity
Implement Name Resolution
Implement Wireless Network Connectivity
Remote Access Overview
Remote Management

Module 4: Managing Apps in Windows 10
In this module, Students will be introduced to App management in Windows 10. This module will cover the different types of apps and supported installation methods. Students will learn how to install apps using manual and automated methods, as well as manage app delivery using the Windows Store. Finally, this module will cover the differences between Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge.
Lessons
Providing Apps to Users
Managing Universal Windows Apps
The Windows Store
Web browsers in Windows 10

MD-100T03: Protecting Windows 10

Module 1: Configuring Authorization & Authentication
This module introduces the tools and features of Windows 10 for authorizing access to Windows 10 clients. Students will learn about methods for how users sign-in to Windows 10. This module also covers restricting what users can or cannot do on a device through methods like UAC and account types.
Lessons
Using Security Settings to Mitigate Threats
Configuring User Account Control
Implementing Device Registration
Authentication

Module 2: Configuring Data Access and Usage
In this module, Students will learn about permissions. This module will cover considerations for different files systems. Students will learn how to configure file and folder permissions as well as shared folders. The module will conclude with configuring settings through methods such as local and group policy.
Lessons
Overview of File Systems
Configuring and Managing File Access
Configuring and Managing Shared Folders
Managing Security with Policies
Lab : Configuring and Managing Permissions and Shares
Creating, Managing, and Sharing a Folder
Using Conditions to Control Access and Effective Permissions

Module 3: Configuring Advanced Management Tools
This module introduces students to protecting devices from external threats. Students will learn about the different types of common threats. This module will teach students about using encryption, firewalls, and IPSec to help protect against threats. The module will conclude with how to configure and use Windows Defender and AppLocker.
Lessons
Configuring Tenant Roles
Managing Tenant Health and Services
Lab : Practice Lab: Managing Network Security
Creating and Testing Inbound Rules
Creating and Testing Outbound Rules
Creating and Testing Connection Security Rules
Configuring Windows Defender

MD-100T04: Maintaining Windows 10

Module 1: Supporting the Windows 10 Environment
This module will cover the Windows 10 architecture and common environments. Students will be introduced to the various tools used in maintaining Windows. This module will also discuss methodologies for effectively troubleshooting issues and how to proactively manage and optimize Windows 10.
Lessons
Troubleshooting Windows
Troubleshooting Tools
Lab : Practice Lab: Monitoring Windows 10
Monitoring Events
Monitoring Reliability and Performance

Module 2: Troubleshooting the Windows OS
In this module, Students will learn how to troubleshoot startup and service issues related to the operating system. This module will teach the different startup and recovery options, and how to troubleshoot different Windows services.
Lessons
Troubleshooting Windows Startup
Troubleshooting Operating System Service Issues
Troubleshooting Sign-In Issues